Bio-plastic news
The latest news on bio-plastics and interesting articles.
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- Water scarcityWater scarcity is becoming an urgent problem in more regions of the world. This presses on industrial facilities, for instance. Many of them need to reduce their water consumption – while safeguarding the level of industrial production, of course. Water ... Read more The post Water scarcity appeared first on Bio Based Press.
- PFAS problem, solved at last?PFAS is a generic term for a large group of fluor containing organic chemicals. They are being used as water repellents, like in non-stick pans, paper and coatings, packing materials for food, dust repellent sprays and coatings, fire extinguishers, surface ... Read more The post PFAS problem, solved at last? appeared first on Bio Based […]
- Toward a global treaty on plastic pollutionKnowable Magazine ran an interesting article by Nicola Jones on a forthcoming treaty on plastic pollution. This would tackle the vast amounts of plastic waste discharged to the environment. It is intended to be concluded in the fall of 2024. ... Read more The post Toward a global treaty on plastic pollution appeared first on […]
- Local network required against grid congestionPressure on the electricity grid is rising all the time, because of increasing local production: solar and wind energy. An increasing number of companies needs to wait for a connection. But there is a solution: a local network comprising solar ... Read more The post Local network required against grid congestion appeared first on Bio […]
- PHAs: why does it take so long?Paques Biomaterials, producer of PHAs (polyhydroxyalkanoates), has obtained a subsidy of € 14 million in order to commercialize its technology. The development of this material called Caleyda® will take place in Emmen, the Netherlands. PHAs are attractive biologically downgradable plastics ... Read more The post PHAs: why does it take so long? appeared first on […]
- A dangerous new phase in climate change?Is the Earth entering a new and more dangerous phase in climate change? Where global heating will accelerate instead of slow down? This may be the case, says Jack Marley in The Conversation. For indicators like global heating, sea-level rise, ... Read more The post A dangerous new phase in climate change? appeared first on […]
- The many uses of carbon dioxideCarbon dioxide is a powerful greenhouse gas. But we can put it to good use as well. Putting CO2 to good use may even reduce the burden of preventing its release to the atmosphere. When it comes to useful applications, ... Read more The post The many uses of carbon dioxide appeared first on Bio […]
PLAbottles.eu – biodegradable bottle manufacturer – Compostable bottles – plant-based bottles
- Biodegradable vs. CompostableBiodegradable vs. Compostable Biodegradable and compostable are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they actually have different meanings and implications. Understanding the differences between these two terms is important for making informed decisions about waste management and reducing the impact of human activities on the environment. Biodegradable Biodegradable refers to materials that can […]
- PLA and anaerobic digestionPolylactic Acid (PLA) is a biodegradable, bio-based polymer made from fermented plant sugars. The use of PLA as a feedstock for anaerobic digestion to produce biogas has gained attention as a way to reduce waste and produce renewable energy. Anaerobic digestion is a biological process that occurs in the absence of oxygen, where microorganisms break […]
- PLA as a feed ingredient for dairy cattleArticle about study: “Assessment of polylactic acid as a feed ingredient for dairy cattle.” – This study, published in the journal “Animal Feed Science and Technology,” Polylactic Acid (PLA) is a biodegradable and renewable thermoplastic derived from natural sources such as cornstarch, sugarcane, and potatoes. Its environmental sustainability and biodegradability have made it a popular […]
- Compostability Certifications in AustraliaCompostability Certifications in Australia: An Overview Composting is an important part of waste management and sustainability in Australia, and compostability certifications play a crucial role in ensuring that organic waste is disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner. In this article, we’ll look at the different compostability certifications in Australia. Industrial Compostable Certifications Industrial composting […]
- Certificates for compostability USACompostability Certifications in the USA: An Overview Composting is an important part of the circular economy and a sustainable way to manage organic waste in the United States. To ensure that products labeled as compostable are truly biodegradable and don’t harm the environment, the US has established compostability certifications. In this article, we’ll look at […]
- Compostability certifications in EuropeCompostability Certifications in Europe: An Overview Composting is a crucial part of the circular economy and a sustainable way to dispose of organic waste. Europe has been at the forefront of implementing compostability certifications to ensure that the products labeled as compostable are truly biodegradable and don’t harm the environment. In this article, we’ll look […]
- LCA of PLA bottle solutions for extended shelf‑life (ESL) milkLCA of PLA bottle solutions for extended shelf‑life (ESL) milk The dairy market is one of the most important sectors worldwide, and milk packaging contributes to over one-third of the global dairy packaging demand. The end of life of the PLA bottles is a critical stage of their life cycle, as demonstrated by the fact […]
- PLA sorting for recyclingPLA sorting for recycling. Experiments performed at the National Test Centre Circular Plastics (NTCP) Bioplastic, if produced sustainably, can contribute to the transition to a circular economy, especially when these plastics are recycled as much as possible. BioPE and BioPET are automatically sorted and recycled together with fossil PE and PET in the current recycling […]
- Plant-based bottles (PLA) vs. PET Bottles – Cradle-to-gate LCA and Implicationsintroduction: plant-based bottles vs. PET Bottles The global production of plastics exceeded 300 million tons in 2013 [1]. A significant share of these plastics turns to solid waste and cause disposal problems since they are mostly non-degradable in the natural environment [1,2]. The disposal problem, jointly with other environmental concerns associated with petroleum-based plastics, has […]
- ASTM standardASTM standard D6400 This specification ASTM standard covers plastics and products made from plastics that are designed to be composted in municipal and industrial aerobic composting facilities. The properties in this specification are those necessary to determine whether plastics and products made from plastics will compost satisfactorily, including biodegradation at a rate comparable to known […]
